HOW TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

April 11, 2011 by  
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SALAD QUINOA

SALAD QUINOA

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

INGREDIENTS TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 hothouse cucumber, diced
2 scallions
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely cut
1 tablespoon fines herbs (Spice Island)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoonfuls splintered almonds

For serving:

9 cups spring salad mix
1/4 cup light roasted garlic and balsamic salad dressing

STEPS TO COOK SALAD QUINOA

Step 1 to cook Salad Quinoa

Combine quinoa and stock in small pot and bring to a boil.

Step 2 to cook Salad Quinoa

Reduce to simmer and cover.

Step 3 to cook Salad Quinoa

Cook 10 to 15 min or until liquid has been absorbed. Let cool completely.

Step 4 to cook Salad Quinoa

In a large mixing bowl, Mix cooled quinoa with remaining ingredients. Toss to mix thoroughly.

Step 5 to cook Salad Quinoa

Serve chilled on a bed of greens tossed with a little dressing.

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HOW TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

April 11, 2011 by  
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FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

INGREDIENTS TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

Tarragon Tartar Sauce:
1 cup mayonnaise
3 shallots, chopped
1 tbsp tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
2 tablespoons capers

Oysters:
4 cups peanut oil, for frying
1 pint more or less 50 shucked Bluffton or other fresh oysters
1 1/2 cups all-purpose coating (recommended: Golden Dip All Purpose Breading Mix)

STEPS TO COOK FRIED OYSTER SPOONS

Step 1 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Mix all the ingredients for the tartar sauce in a bowl, set aside.

Step 2 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Heat 4 cups of oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat or preheat deep fryer at 350 degrees F. Throw in a drop of water: when it sizzles, the oil is set.

Step 3 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Pick through the oysters to take any shells. Pour the coating mixture into a shallow bowl. Dredge the oyster in the coating.

Step 4 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

Fry oysters until they are golden brown; just about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5 to cook Fried Oyster Spoons

On each spoon, place a dollop of tartar sauce and top with an oyster. Serve Well.

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HOW TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

April 5, 2011 by  
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CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

INGRIEDENTS TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Kosher salt
1/4 cup sugar
4 bone-in, thick-cut pork chops (6 to 8 ounces each)
1/2 medium head escarole
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Fresh ground pepper
4 slices provolone cheese (about 2 ounces)
4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 (19-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

STEPS TO COOK CHEESE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Step 1 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Dissolve 1/4 cup salt and the sugar in 3 cups warm water in a large bowl. Insert a paring knife into the curved side of each pork chop to make a deep pocket, about 2 inches wide.

Step 2 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Soak the chops in the brine, about 5 minutes.

Step 3 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Meanwhile, finely chop the escarole and garlic. Toss with 2 tablespoonfuls olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Take the chops from the brine and pat dry.

Step 5 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Fold each cheese slice and tuck into the pocket of a pork chop, then stuff with the escarole mixture.

Step 6 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Brush the pork with olive oil, sprinkle with the sage and season with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoonfuls olive oil in a large frypan over medium-high heat.

Step 7 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Sear the pork in batches, turning once, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 8 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Remove to a plate. Add the beans and 1/3 cup water to the frying pan, scraping up any browned bits; season with salt and pepper.

Step 9 to Cook Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops

Return the pork to the skillet, cover and cook over average heat until no longer pink, 5 to 7 more minutes. Serve the pork with the beans.

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HOW TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

April 5, 2011 by  
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ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON HOW TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

INGREDIENTS TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

2 (15 1/4-ounce) cans sliced beets, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
Salt, pepper and garlic powder, to taste
Dash hot sauce

STEPS TO COOK ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA

Step 1 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Take broiler tray from oven and coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Replace tray and preheat broiler.

Step 3 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

After beets are drained place on coated broiler tray.

Step 4 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Place under hot broiler, turning every 2 to 3 minutes until edges start to brown, more or less 8 to10 min.

Step 5 to Cook Roasted Beets with Feta

Remove beets from oven and allow to cool. Merge remaining ingredients with cooled beets. Toss and serve well.

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HOW TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

March 9, 2011 by  
Filed under Pork

STUFFED PORK CHOPS

STUFFED PORK CHOPS

INGREDIENTS TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

3-4 boneless thick cut pork chops
Stuffing with seasoning, prepared per instructions
3 tsp olive oil (divided)
1/4 sweet yellow onion, cubed
8-10 button mushrooms, sliced
1 clove of garlic, minced
Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

VIDEO TUTORIALS ON HOW TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

STEPS TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Step 1 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Set the stuffing per instructions.

Step 2 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

In a large oven safe frypan heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over moderate heat.

Step 3 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Add the onions and mushrooms and sauté until tender; add the minced garlic and stir constantly for 45 seconds.

Step 4 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Add the mushroom mixture to the stuffing and mix gently then set aside.

Step 5 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Cut pockets into the pork chops by slicing horizontally in the side, and almost through to the other side.

Step 6 To Cook Stuffed Pork Chops

Flavour the pork with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper then stuff with stuffing.

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HOW TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

March 9, 2011 by  
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QUINOA PUDDING
QUINOA PUDDING

INGREDIENTS TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

2 cup prepared quinoa
1 cup apple juice concentrate
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup sliced water chestnuts
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 lemon
Pinch of ground cinnamon
1 kiwi fruit for garnish

VIDEO TUTORIALS TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

STEPS TO COOK QUINOA PUDDING

Step 1 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Thoroughly rinse 1/2 cup quinoa and drain. mix quinoa with 1/2 cup water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Step 2 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Cover pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until water is completely absorbed and grain is translucent.

Step 3 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

In a medium saucepan, mix quinoa, apple juice concentrate, raisins, water chestnuts, vanilla, lemon zest, and cinnamon.

Step 4 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Cover pan and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 5 To Cook Quinoa Pudding

Slice kiwi fruit. Divide pudding among 5 dessert dishes and top with kiwi fruit slices. Makes 5 servings.

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HOW TO COOK BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

March 3, 2011 by  
Filed under Fruits A-M

BLUEBERRY CAKE W/ LEMON
BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

INGREDIENTS TO COOK BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

3 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. milk
3 c. blueberries
4 tbsp. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. cold water
1 1/2 c. boiling water
1/2 c. + 1 tbsp. FRESH lemon juice
3 tsp. lemon rind
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
6 tbsp. butter

VIDEO TUTORIALS TO COOK BLUEBERRY CAKE WITH LEMON

Steps To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Step 1 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Sift together flour, baking powder, salt. In another bowl merge sugar and shortening.

Step 2 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Beat eggs into sugar mixture.

Step 3 On How To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Add flour mixture to egg mixture, alternately with milk.

In new bowl, combine blueberries, 4 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons sugar.

Step 4 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Fold gently blueberries into cake. DO NOT mix until purple. Grease 9 x 13 inch rectangular pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes.

Step 5 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt in saucepan on stove.

Step 6 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Gradually stir in cold water. Gradually stir in boiling water. Cook on low heat 2 to 3 minutes. Take from heat.

Step 7 To Cook Blueberry Cake with Lemon

Stir in lemon juice, rind, vanilla and butter. Wonderful sauce on crepes, cakes or any dessert.

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HOW TO COOK BROCCOLI WITH CHEDDAR CORNBREAD

BROCCOLI WITH CHEDDAR CORNBREAD

BROCCOLI WITH CHEDDAR CORNBREAD

Ingredients To Cook Broccoli With Cheddar Cornbread

2 (8.5-ounce) boxes corn muffin mixture

1/2 cup whole milk 2 garlic cloves minced

1 (8-ounce) container cottage cheese 4 large size eggs

1 tablespoon salt 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Cheddar

1 stick unsalted butter or margarine 1 medium onion, chopped up

1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed but not draine

Steps To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

Step1 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.Combine together all ingredients except 2 tablespoons Cheddar to produce a batter in a bowl.

Step2 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

In a 10-inch cast iron frying pan melt butter. Saute onions & broccoli until soft.

Step3 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

Pour batter all over the vegetable mixture & scatter top equally with left cheese.

Step4 To Cook Broccoli with Cheddar Cornbread

You can also place the ingredients in an 11 by 17-inch baking dish.Bake in oven until golden, 30 mins..

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HOW TO COOK ROASTED VEGGIES

December 7, 2010 by  
Filed under Vegetables A-M, Vegetables N-Z

ROASTED VEGGIES

ROASTED VEGGIES

Video Tutorial On How To Cook Roasted Veggies

Ingredients To Cook Roasted Veggies

6 cups 1-inch chunks small red potatoes and/or other vegetables (Parsnips, carrots, & squash work especially well) ¼ cup pure olive oil Salt & pepper to taste

Steps To Cook Roasted Veggies

Step 1 To Cook Roasted Veggies

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 2 To Cook Roasted Veggies

Place a baking sheet w/ parchment paper (not required but helps stop burning and helps cleanup).

Step 3 To Cook Roasted Veggies

Put vegetable chucks on pan, dust with olive oil, and toss.

Step 4 To Cook Roasted Veggies

Cooked until tender; about 10 to 15 min.

Step 5 To Cook Roasted Veggies

Insert fork or sharp knife to test for doneness.

Step 6 To Cook Roasted Veggies

Sum Up salt & pepper.

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HOW TO COOK VEGGIE LASAGNA

VEGGIE LASAGNA

VEGGIE LASAGNA

Video Tutorial On How To Cook Veggie Lasagna



Ingredients To Cook Veggie Lasagna

portobello mushrooms
zucchini
yellow squash
onion
spinach
garlic
olive oil
tomato sauce
lasagna noodles, cooked
ricotta cheese
parsley
shredded mozzarella

Steps To Cook Veggie Lasagna

Step 1 To Cook Veggie Lasagna

Fry 1/2 pound. mushrooms, 1 chopped onion, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 zucchini and 1 cup squash in olive oil.

Step 2 To Cook Veggie Lasagna

Mix 1/2 cup of mozzarella with 2 cupfuls ricotta cheese. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley.

Step 3 To Cook Veggie Lasagna

Layer consequently (in the order listed), contributing 1/2 lb. spinach.

Step 4 To Cook Veggie Lasagna

Broil in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 – 60 minutes.

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